It’s happening the second and fourth Thursdays of every month, and in case you weren’t paying attention, Thursday, June 13, is the second Thursday.

The show starts at 9 p.m. at 722 E. Burleigh Ave. If you want to perform for three- to five-minutes, sign in at 8:30. And, just to repeat, it’s free.

A few years ago, before the indoor smoking ban, I had to bail on an appointment at the Art Bar because I was overcome by all the smoke at that place. That’s the only time I recall being so affected by second-hand smoke. But I mention it only as a segue.

Because also free on Thursday, June 13, Shaker’s Cigar Bar, at 8 p.m., at 422 S. 2nd St., is presenting the comedy stylings of

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